Eating Disorders Therapy
Compassionate Support for Your Recovery Journey
Struggling with food, body image, or eating habits can feel isolating — but you're not alone, and help is available. At Psychotherapist Network, we connect you with licensed therapists who specialize in supporting individuals affected by eating disorders and disordered eating patterns.
Whether you’re dealing with binge eating, restrictive eating, emotional eating, or body dissatisfaction — therapy may help you build a healthier relationship with food, body, and self.
What Therapy Can Help With
Our therapists support people managing:
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Orthorexia
- Emotional Eating
- Body Dysmorphic Concerns
- Disordered eating not fitting a specific diagnosis
Eating disorder therapy is not about quick fixes — it’s about ongoing, compassionate care tailored to your needs and progress. All therapy is approached with sensitivity, respect, and without judgment.
How Therapy Can Help
Therapists in our network work with you to:
- Understand the root causes behind disordered eating behaviors
- Address negative thoughts around body image and self-worth
- Build healthier coping mechanisms
- Re-establish trust with your body and food
- Improve self-compassion and emotional regulation
- Navigate recovery in a sustainable, non-shaming way
Our therapists may work collaboratively with other healthcare providers (with your consent) when needed, including dietitians and physicians, to ensure well-rounded support.
We’re Here When You’re Ready
We offer flexible formats so you can access support in a way that feels safe and convenient for you:
- In-person sessions with a nearby therapist
- Secure online therapy from your home
- Confidential phone sessions
You’ll be matched with a licensed therapist who specializes in eating disorder recovery and understands the emotional and psychological complexity involved.
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches May Include
Each therapy plan is uniquely tailored to your experience, readiness, and recovery goals.
Got a question?
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of eating disorders can therapy help treat?
Therapy can support recovery from anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, and other disordered eating patterns, even if they don’t fit a specific diagnosis.
How do I know if I need therapy for disordered eating?
If you feel guilt or anxiety around food, struggle with body image, or have eating habits that feel out of control, therapy can help you understand and manage those feelings.
What therapy methods are used for eating disorder recovery?
Common approaches include CBT-E (enhanced cognitive behavioural therapy), DBT, narrative therapy, and trauma-informed care — tailored to individual recovery needs.
Can therapy alone help, or do I need medical treatment too?
Therapy is essential but may be part of a broader recovery team that includes medical professionals and dietitians. Collaboration ensures comprehensive care, if needed.
How long does it take to recover from an eating disorder with therapy?
Recovery timelines vary widely. Some individuals see progress in months, while others may need longer-term support. The goal is sustainable, compassionate healing.
Is eating disorder therapy confidential and judgment-free?
Yes. All therapy sessions are held in a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Therapists are trained to provide care with empathy and confidentiality.